Variations of this dip have been around for decades. Its spinach-fortified cousin is a perennially popular restaurant appetizer. This spinach-free Hot Artichoke Dip is my favorite version. It's super simple and fast to make, and can be prepared up to 24 hours in advance. I … [Read more...]
Meatless Monday: Crispy Cabbage Fritters
Cabbage is the best of vegetables, and these Crispy Cabbage Fritters will show you why. Who can't love something so versatile that's available year round, affordable, and full of nutrients? Why is cabbage such a hard sell? It makes me think of those movies where the … [Read more...]
Cannellini Pumpkin Hummus
Hummus is one of my favorite 'come-to-the-rescue' foods. Spoon some on a plate, cut up a few veg and there's lunch. Add some bread and you've got dinner. Strictly speaking, hummus is made with chickpeas. 'Hummus' is, in fact, Arabic for 'chickpeas'. The full name for the beige … [Read more...]
Avocado Sour Cream Dip
There are a gazillion versions of avocado dips available, and this Avocado Sour Cream Dip is my entry into the fray. It's a variation on one from Vegetarian Planet by Didi Emmons (one of my favorite veggie cookbooks.) I upped the avocado and sour cream, decreased the lime and … [Read more...]
Instant Salsa Mix
Instant Salsa Mix is one of those things you whip up in an emergency, then discover that it's pretty alright and end up always keeping on hand. If you have a thing against canned tomatoes, don't run away. You can use this with fresh tomatoes, too. Plus there are no mysterious … [Read more...]